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UK Export Academy: Setting up a service or product-based business

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When and Where

  • Date: 28 October 2025
  • Start & End Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Online

Address: Online

Event Details

Explore the fundamentals of setting up a business. This workshop will delve into what to consider when setting up a service or product based business. Looking at marketing, points of sale, legal structures and more, Andy will talk you through everything you need to think of before taking the self-employment plunge.

Outcomes:

* Understand the key differences between service-based and product-based business models and what each requires.
* Evaluate the pros and cons of various legal structures (e.g., sole trader, limited company) and choose the best fit for their goals.
* Identify essential setup steps, including marketing strategy, points of sale, compliance, and customer targeting.

Speaker Andy Mather: Start-Up Business Adviser, Greater Manchester Growth Hub

Andy has over 10 years’ experience in helping businesses both start-up and grow. Having run a partnership, Andy understands the challenges new business face on a day to day basis. Previously Andy has worked in European Trade, Insurance Loss Adjusting and Retail.

A free UK Export Academy account is needed to access this webinar. 

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